Simpson: Include individuals with disabilities in financial system
There is a call for the full inclusion of individuals with disabilities in the country’s financial system. The National Co-ordinator for the National Financial Literacy Programme, David Simpson, during the annual general meeting of the Barbados Council for the Disabled, also pointed to the need for targeted support and systemic changes to address the unique […]
PM Mottley outlines plans to modernise, expand the BDF
Prime Minister Mia Mottley has outlined plans to modernise and expand the Barbados Defence Force (BDF), ensuring it remains a robust and essential pillar of national security. Delivering the feature address at the institution’s 45th anniversary parade and sunset ceremony at its St Ann’s Fort headquarters, she announced plans for a new, purpose-built headquarters for […]
Disgraced NY congressman Santos to plead guilty: US media
Scandal-plagued former congressman George Santos, a New York Republican who was ejected from the House after being charged with bankrolling a lavish lifestyle with stolen donor cash, intends to plead guilty on Monday, US media reported. The 36-year-old’s outlandish downfall came after it was revealed he had fabricated almost his entire backstory and was indicted […]
BDF toasts 45 years with historic exhibition
The Barbados Defence Force, in partnership with the Barbados Museum and Historical Society, has unveiled an exhibition chronicling the island’s military legacy from the mid-1600s to the present day. The event marks the 45th anniversary of the force’s establishment. At Thursday’s opening ceremony on the museum grounds, military advisor to the Chief of Staff Lt […]
NCC, Vector Control Unit offer tips to protect bees from fogging
Bees’ lives matter to the environment and food security. That’s why the National Conservation Commission (NCC) and the Vector Control Unit continue to encourage beekeepers to put best practices in place to protect apiaries and hives across the island. This is particularly important during the weekly fogging exercise conducted by the Ministry of Health and […]
Venezuelans in Caracas and across the world demonstrate to defend opposition’s victory claim
Venezuelans across the world — some with flags and other patriotic paraphernalia — responded to a call from their country’s political opposition Saturday and took to the streets to defend the faction’s claim to victory over President Nicolas Maduro in last month’s disputed presidential election. The demonstrations in Tokyo, Sydney, Mexico City and several other […]
Fogging in some St Philip and Christ Church districts this week
The Vector Control Unit will turn its attention to St Philip and Christ Church, when it carries out its mosquito control exercise from Monday to Friday. The Unit will visit districts in both parishes from Monday to Wednesday. The team will spray the following communities on Monday: Market Road, Four Square, Woodbourne, Berlin Road, Bright […]
CARPHA urges regional vigilance as WHO declares Mpox a ‘public health emergency’
The Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) is urging regional governments and their health ministries to exercise extreme vigilance, following the declaration of Mpox as a “public health emergency of international concern (PHEIC) on August 14, by the World Health Organization (WHO). The declaration came as an upsurge of infections by the virus was recorded in […]
Central Bank of Barbados stands by its economic reviews
In response to a letter published in the Saturday Sun on August 17 questioning the Central Bank of Barbados’ economic report and analysis, the Bank reiterates its unwavering commitment to accuracy, transparency, and public trust – values that have been at the core of our institution throughout its 50- plus-year history. The Bank recognises […]
Barbados hold second place after day one of CARIFTA Triathlon Championship
Barbados’ Yele Renwick-Williams claimed gold in the 11-12 200m Swim/5km Bike/1.5k Run at the Barbados 2024 CARIFTA Triathlon Championship. Over 190 athletes descended on the Mighty Grynner Highway from as early as 5:30 a.m. and Renwick-Williams, who was part of the second group to exit the swim, showcased his strength on the bike, closing […]